Boy, I saw a lot of churches! Saint-Nicolas des Champs was constructed in 1420 and significantly enlarged in 1541; another building project in 1615 took it to its present form today. Flamboyant in style with a Renaissance entrance, a 19th century restoration added many works by contemporary artists. Parts of the nave still date from the original construction.The beautiful interior is remarkably light (twenty-five large windows) compared to its rough exterior, which has had a long life, and the surrounding neighborhood (although the neighborhood is on it’s way back).
Among the beautiful 17th century artwork is the only large Parisian altarpiece that has remained in its original place in spite of the Revolution and its turbulence.
Roman numerals on the pillars--do these depict each century since Christ? I couldn't find any reference about these markings.
